Description

1-Ethyl-5-(4-Methylphenyl)-1H-Imidazole-2-Thiol is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the imidazole-thiol class. This compound matters as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate and pharmacological building block for advanced synthesis. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive imidazole-thiol core.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for ligands in catalysis or for creating functionalized polymers and advanced materials.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a tool compound or a scaffold in medicinal chemistry for probing biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke chemical synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-5-(4-Methylphenyl)-1H-Imidazole-2-Thiol
CAS No.	852388-94-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄N₂S
Molecular Weight	218.32 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(p-Tolyl)-1-ethyl-1H-imidazole-2-thiol; 1-Ethyl-5-(p-tolyl)-1H-imidazole-2-thiol; 1-Ethyl-5-(4-methylphenyl)-2-mercaptoimidazole; 2-Mercapto-1-ethyl-5-(4-methylphenyl)imidazole; 1-Ethyl-5-(4-methylphenyl)-2(3H)-imidazolethione; 852388-94-4; 1-Ethyl-5-(4-methylphenyl)imidazole-2-thiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-5-(4-Methylphenyl)-1H-Imidazole-2-Thiol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.